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Dental bone grafting can be used to restore bone tissues in the jaw. Bone tissue loss can occur when a missing tooth is not replaced with an implant. The part of the jaw that held the tooth can begin to wither away without a root.When a tooth is intact, the force created when biting down…

Without question, a mini dental implant is a great solution for avoiding slippage. Do you currently wear dentures or perhaps you know someone who does? If so, you know that these can become loose and even fall out. Especially when around a group of people, the last thing you want is to experience an embarrassing…

Finding a family dentist makes it easier for you to take care of all of your family's dental needs. Anyone with kids knows how chaotic things can get daily as you try to shuffle the family to playdates, school obligations and sporting events. Add scheduled and unscheduled trips to the mix and you can forget…

Invisalign is becoming more popular than ever, and for a good reason. People want to straighten their teeth without having to deal with metal brackets and wires. Invisalign consists of transparent plastic trays that are worn over the teeth to shift them to their proper position gently.The Invisalign system moves crooked, gapped teeth with a…

When your dentist placed your metal-free fillings in your mouth, the composite resin matched your teeth. Now, though, the filling does not match your teeth. The filling itself might have become stained and yellow, or your natural teeth may have lost their luster. Either way, you are considering a whitening treatment. It is important to…

Some people will never need oral surgery to correct an issue in their mouth. However, if your dentist told you that you need a procedure, it can feel scary. Some processes are complex and may cause some discomfort. To help you feel more at ease, you should prepare yourself before the appointment.Most visits to the…

All-on-4® implants are a comfortable and surprisingly healthy alternative to traditional dentures. They take the form of four dental implants that oral surgeons place along the length of a dental arch. Dental specialists like oral surgeons or periodontists take care to place the All-on-4® implants at strategic locations that provide maximum stability for the dentures that sit…

One of the common emergencies handled by an emergency dentist is broken teeth. The teeth deteriorate gradually from years of chewing, grinding and clenching. Repetitive use places stress on the teeth, which means many people will deal with a broken tooth at one point or another. This article talks about the causes of broken teeth…

Like other cosmetic treatments, implant supported dentures can be an effective way to replace missing teeth and revive your smile and appearance. Though dentures are strong and durable, certain situations can cause them to break or falter. This may frustrate you, but you can get them back on track and functioning the right way.When a…

As one of the most popular methods of tooth replacement, dentures are affordable and durable and can improve a person’s overall functionality. However, like any other oral appliance, dentures are also prone to taking damage. Damaged dentures are not the end of the world, but they should be repaired or replaced so that they can do…

A cracked tooth can be ugly and painful, but after treatment, cosmetic dentistry can help restore the tooth’s appearance. A cosmetic repair or replacement is often indistinguishable from natural teeth, can restore normal chewing and help retain bone structure.Before a tooth can be repaired, it must be treated or it may cause further damage to…

A wisdom tooth extraction is not something that most people look forward to. However, it is often necessary to relieve pain and ensure good oral health. With that, it is important to know when to get wisdom teeth extracted. Everyone's mouth is different, meaning that everyone will experience impacted wisdom teeth at different times, and…